Coach trips from Bradford to Leicester

Traveling from Bradford to Leicester by Coach

Traveling from Bradford to Leicester with FlixBus offers a seamless and delightful way to explore the heart of England. This journey connects two vibrant cities, each with its own unique charm and attractions, making it an ideal route for both locals and tourists alike. With FlixBus, you can expect a comfortable and hassle-free travel experience, allowing you to sit back, relax, and enjoy the trip. Whether you're visiting Leicester's historic landmarks or going there for business, this guide will help you plan a memorable trip, ensuring you make the most of your journey between these two captivating destinations.

Departing from Bradford

FlixBus offers a convenient departure point in Bradford, making it easy to embark on your journey to Leicester. To ensure a smooth boarding process, it is recommended to arrive at the designated bus departure point at least 15 minutes before departure. Here is an overview of the various transportation options available to reach your FlixBus stop in Bradford:

• Bradford Buses: Bradford boasts an extensive network of buses that operate from around 5 am to 11 pm, depending on the route. These buses are a great way to navigate the city center and its surrounding areas. Many buses traveling to and from Bradford city center stop at the main station, Bradford Interchange Bus Station, which is also the primary FlixBus stop. However, not all routes may connect directly, so it's advisable to check your specific route in advance.
• Bradford Trains: For those traveling from the outskirts or neighboring towns, trains offer an ideal mode of transportation to reach Bradford. The city's train services are well-connected, providing easy access to the Bradford Interchange, where you can catch your FlixBus.
• Bradford Taxis: Taxis provide a convenient and direct way to reach your departure point, especially if you have heavy luggage or prefer a door-to-door service. In Bradford, you can choose from several options:
  • Book a taxi from a private hire taxi business or use Uber for a reliable and comfortable ride.
  • Use a taxi rank in the city center, which are located on many main streets, including outside the two train stations. Look for the sign indicating where to wait.

Only Hackney Carriages, identifiable by their white color with a green stripe and green taxi sign on top, are allowed to pick up passengers at a taxi rank or on the street. For private hire taxis, which resemble regular cars, ensure they display a sign with the company's name and confirm they are licensed by Bradford Council. You can also request a larger taxi for up to six people or for wheelchair accessibility.

With these transportation options, reaching your FlixBus stop in Bradford is straightforward, ensuring a hassle-free start to your journey.

Arriving in Leicester

Upon your arrival at the FlixBus stop in Leicester, you'll find a variety of transportation options to help you reach your accommodation or explore the city's rich history and vibrant culture. Leicester's well-connected public transport system makes it easy to navigate the city and discover its many attractions.

• Leicester Buses: The city boasts an extensive bus network that covers a wide area, making it an efficient way to travel around Leicester. With numerous routes connecting key locations, including the city center, universities, and residential areas, buses are a convenient option for both locals and visitors. The main bus station, St. Margaret's Bus Station, serves as a central hub for many routes, ensuring easy access to various parts of the city.
• Leicester Trains: Leicester's train station is centrally located and offers excellent connectivity to surrounding areas and major cities across the UK. Whether you're planning a day trip or need to reach a destination outside the city, the train services provide a reliable and efficient means of travel. The station is within walking distance of the city center, making it a convenient starting point for your adventures.
• Leicester Taxis: Taxis are readily available throughout Leicester, providing a convenient option for those who prefer a direct and private mode of transportation. You can hail a taxi on the street, find one at designated ranks, or book in advance through mobile apps or local taxi companies. This is especially useful if you have heavy luggage or require a direct and quick service.
• Cycling: Leicester is a bike-friendly city with numerous cycling lanes and paths, making it an enjoyable way to explore the area. The city encourages cycling as a sustainable and healthy mode of transport, with bike hire schemes available for those who wish to pedal their way around.
• Walking: With its compact city center, Leicester is perfect for exploring on foot. Many of the city's attractions, shops, and restaurants are within walking distance of each other, allowing you to soak in the local atmosphere and discover hidden gems along the way.

With these transportation options, navigating Leicester is straightforward and convenient, ensuring you can make the most of your visit to this dynamic city.

Coach trips from Bradford to Leicester

Find the cheapest coaches from Bradford to Leicester

It couldn’t be easier to book cheap coach tickets from Bradford to Leicester with FlixBus - and when you book coach tickets in advance, you can save money too!

FlixBus operates in 45 countries, connecting 5000 destinations. Looking for coach tickets from Bradford to Leicester?
Ticket prices start as little as £6.99, with an average price of £7.49. To get the cheapest coach tickets, book online in advance and avoid busy times like weekends or bank holidays.

The distance between Bradford and Leicester is 116 miles, which takes approximately 3 hours 10 minutes with our fastest trips.

Make travelling even easier with the FlixBus app. All your information will be saved for the next time you travel, ensuring you always benefit from cheap coach tickets for the journeys you love.

Travelling from Bradford to Leicester

No matter whether you want to travel by coach first thing in the morning or late at night, you’ll find a journey to suit you with 3 rides between Bradford and Leicester. The first coach service is at 08:50 with the last coach leaving at 23:15.

You can get bus tickets for just £6.99. What’s more, our booking process is straightforward, and we offer a generous luggage allowance as well as many onboard amenities. Just relax and enjoy the journey with free Wi-Fi and plenty of legroom.
FlixBus coaches are also a great choice for environmentally-conscious travellers. We’re working towards being 100% carbon neutral and offer all travellers the opportunity to offset their carbon emissions when booking their tickets. Simply select the “CO2 compensation" box when paying for your coach travel online.

Taking the coach from Bradford and arriving in Leicester

Ready for your journey from Bradford? Bradford is a transport hub with one bus station and excellent coach connections, with buses to 9 destinations across the country and beyond.

No matter which is your departure station in Bradford, you can find plenty of information on our website. First time travelling to Leicester? Here’s all you need to know.
Leicester is one of the best-connected cities, so you won’t be short on bus route choices for how to get here. 2 is the number of bus stations FlixBus has in Leicester, connecting 20 cities.

Never miss a beat as you sample the sights and culture synonymous with this famous city on your coach holiday. Now it’s time to hop aboard FlixBus and explore!

What to expect onboard the FlixBus bus from Bradford to Leicester

Travelling from Bradford to Leicester is quick, clean and comfortable - and it couldn’t be easier to book coach tickets with us. You can book online via the website, on our app, in person at a FlixShop or using Google Assistant.

We accept card payments as well as PayPal, Google Pay and Apple Pay, but there are many more payment options that you can choose from. The easiest way to book your coach tickets is using our app. You’ll be able to make your booking within seconds, and there’s no need to print and carry the ticket with you, as you’ll have the e-ticket on your phone.

Want to sit next to your family or friends? Or do you want to keep the space beside you free? Need a table to get on with some work whilst travelling? You can reserve a seat when you book on the app or website, with the option to choose from a variety of seat options including a table seat, panorama seat or extra seat. Once you’re settled in your seat, you can sit back and relax with plenty of onboard hospitality services to help you make the most of your trip. Most of our buses have onboard coach Wi-Fi so you can catch up on your favourite shows or check your e-mails. We’ve also got toilets on board, as well as power sockets.

What’s more, you get a generous hold luggage allowance when you travel with FlixBus, with one carry-on bag and one checked bag enabling you to bring everything you need for your trip.